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BYU football improves to 5-0 overall and 3-0 in Big 12 play after defeating the Iowa State Cyclones at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo, Utah.

KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper was in the press box at LaVell Edwards Stadium.

He shared his thoughts on BYU's win over the Cyclones that keep them undefeated and sets up a massive game between BYU and Notre Dame next week.

From Bear Bachmeier's 300-yard passing and 100-yard rushing performance to the play of the BYU defense, Mitch breaks it all down right after the game concluded in Provo.

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BYU football players Bear Bachmeier (QB), Walker Lyons (TE), Therrian Alexander III (CB), and Anisi Purcell (DT) speak to reporters after a 24-10 win over Iowa State on October 9, 2026, at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo, Utah.

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BYU football head coach Kalani Sitake spoke to reporters after the Cougars defeated Iowa State, 24-10, on October 9, 2026, inside LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo, Utah.

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It's game day in Provo. KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper opens Friday's show with the BYU players he's watching most closely in tonight's homecoming game against Iowa State (8:15 p.m. MT, ESPN). No. 8 BYU (4-0, 2-0 Big 12) as the Cougars look to get an important win without two of their stars.

In the second segment, Mitch gives his Week 6 Big 12 picks.

Then, finally, he closes the show discussing PV3 Enterprises donating a historic gift to BYU football and BYU Athletics. What does it mean for the football program moving forward? Mitch shares his thoughts.

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It's game day eve. KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper delivers a breakdown of everything you need to know before No. 8 BYU (4-0) takes on Iowa State (3-2) in a Friday night showdown at LaVell Edwards Stadium.

From the running back situation to expectations for this game. Mitch dives into it.

Also, in this episode, KSL Meteorologist Matt Johnson gives a weather report on what the forecast looks like for Friday night inside LaVell Edwards Stadium against the Cyclones.

Mitch caught up with BYU's leader in sacks this season, Tausili Akana, to discuss where he's improved most in his game and the celebration that is gaining popularity. 

Then, finally, Mitch gives his score prediction for BYU-Iowa State. Will the Cougs come out on top to improve to 5-0?

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Injured BYU football star LJ Martin is expected to be out for awhile.

ESPN's Pete Thamel reported that the star ball carrier is expected to be out for four to six weeks.

KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper breaks down the news and what it means for BYU football going forward as they go into the heart of the schedule, beginning with this weekend against Iowa State.

Also, in this episode, Mitch caught up with BYU freshman running back Devaughn Eka. With the news about Martin, Eka might be asked to do more for this BYU football team at running back going forward.

Then, finally, you'll hear from Iowa State head coach Jimmy Rogers, who is in his first year leading the Cyclones program. He has high praise for head coach Kalani Sitake.

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No. 8 BYU is 4-0, but the injury report is getting longer on a short week. KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper opens Tuesday's show with his first thoughts on Friday night's homecoming game against Iowa State at LaVell Edwards Stadium (8:15 p.m. MT, ESPN).

Next, Mitch turns to a fight over primetime television. On Monday, ESPN slotted No. 3 Notre Dame at No. 8 BYU on October 17 as ABC's Saturday Night Football game (5:30 p.m. MT). If both teams stay in the top 10, it would be the first top-10 matchup ever played at LaVell Edwards Stadium. According to Fighting Irish Wire, it would also be ABC's first primetime game not involving an SEC or ACC team in almost three seasons.

The SEC is not happy. ESPN put Alabama at Tennessee, Missouri at Ole Miss, and Auburn at Georgia all in the 3:30 p.m. ET window, and Florida at Texas and Mississippi State at LSU at noon. On his daily show, Clay Travis said ESPN was "protecting" BYU-Notre Dame and Florida State-Miami from SEC competition. He said the conference office is "angry," Tennessee is "furious," and that Tennessee had been told the game would be at night if both teams were having good seasons. "There is going to be hell to pay," Travis said. "They're making all of the SEC teams play head-to-head because the ratings are reflecting that overwhelmingly; sports fans would rather watch the SEC games. This is indefensible." Not everyone agrees, including Mitch.

In the third segment, Mitch talks with Jake Brend of Cyclone Fanatic. Brend is the site's chief content producer. He has covered every step of Iowa State's rebuild under Jimmy Rogers.

Mitch closes the show by asking, is it time to ditch the Navy Blue uniforms?

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BYU football players Roger Saleapaga (TE), Nusi Taumoepeau (EDGE), and Sonny Makasini (IOL) spoke with the media via Zoom on October 6, 2026, to preview BYU's upcoming matchup against Iowa State.

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BYU football head coach Kalani Sitake spoke with the media via Zoom on Monday, October 5, 2026, to preview the Friday night matchup against the Iowa State Cyclones in Provo.

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BYU football improved to 4-0 over the weekend after defeating the TCU Horned Frogs, 17-10, in Ft. Worth, Texas, at Amon G. Carter Stadium.

KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper broke down the win and also discussed the key injuries to LJ Martin and Isaiah Glasker as both star players are mentioned as "DOUBTFUL" by BYU head coach Kalani Sitake.

Will BYU able to have the same level of success running the football without Martin? The Cougars will turn to Preston Rex, Journee Tonga, Devaughn Eka, and Logan Payne to carry the load.

Mitch also gave his Cougar Stock Exchange report on what's trending up and trending down for the Cougars.

Then, finally, the kickoff time for BYU vs. Notre Dame is set. The Cougars are going to host the Irish in Primetime, under the lights at LaVell Edwards Stadium.

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BYU football escaped Fort Worth with a 17-10 victory over the TCU Horned Frogs.

KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper recapped the Cougars' victory, which saw Bear Bachmeier cap off the win with a 21-yard touchdown run to close the door shut.

Mitch also discussed the injuries, as LJ Martin, Isaiah Glasker, and Cannon DeVries suffered injuries.

He also broke down his thoughts throughout the game and highlighted notable moments that helped shape BYU's victory over the Horned Frogs, the first win in Cowtown in 20 years.

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BYU football players spoke with the media after the Cougars defeated the TCU Horned Frogs 17-10 at Amon G. Carter Stadium in Fort Worth, Texas.

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BYU football head coach Kalani Sitake spoke with the media after No. 10 BYU defeated TCU 17-10 at Amon G. Carter Stadium in Fort Worth, Texas.

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It's game day eve. KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper delivers a comprehensive breakdown of everything you need to know before No. 10 BYU (3-0) travels to Amon G. Carter Stadium in Fort Worth, Texas, to take on TCU (2-2) on Saturday, October 3. Kickoff is set for 5 p.m. MT on ESPN, Disney+, & KSL NewsRadio.

Mitch dives into the key stats, trends, and storylines entering this Big 12 matchup.

You'll also hear from BYU defensive coordinator Kelly Poppinga, who reflects on the last time BYU defeated TCU in Ft. Worth in 2006. Will BYU get their first win over TCU in Cowtown in 20 years? Mitch gives his score prediction as BYU looks to improve to 4-0 for the third consecutive year. He also shares BYU football players he is intrigued to watch in this matchup.

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The last time BYU football defeated TCU in Fort Worth was in 2006. One player on that BYU team is current defensive coordinator Kelly Poppinga.

He shared his memories of that game as BYU prepares to take on the Horned Frogs on Saturday in Cowtown.

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The bye week is over, and No. 10 BYU heads to Fort Worth with a long list of injuries. KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper opens Thursday's show with the first availability report for Saturday's game against TCU. BYU will be without eight players. Mitch breaks down the key personnel who won't be available for the Cougars.

Next, Mitch turns to basketball. With practice underway, he breaks down Kevin Young's 2026-27 roster in year three. The roster now runs through point guard Rob Wright III, and keeping him was the most important move of BYU's offseason. Wright entered the transfer portal in April, visited other schools, and then came back to Provo for his junior season. He was later named the program's "Cougar of the Summer."

Mitch also gives his Week 5 Big 12 Football predictions.

Then, he closes out the show talking with BYU football defensive back/return specialist Cannon DeVries.

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BYU football continues preparations for the TCU Horned Frogs on Saturday in Ft. Worth. It's an intriguing game: the Horned Frogs have talent, but they have clearly underachieved so far this season, starting 2-2 and going 0-2 against Power 4 competition.

KSL Sports BYU insider Mitch Harper asks: Would a BYU win put TCU coach Sonny Dykes on the hot seat? Dykes has a lot of respect for Kalani Sitake and the BYU football program heading into the Week 5 Big 12 clash in Cowtown.

Mitch also caught up with BYU offensive line coach TJ Woods to discuss the outlook at right tackle with Andrew Gentry out with an injury.

Then, finally, the latest on the recruiting trail as BYU jumps into the mix for some notable Junior College football recruits in the secondary for the class of 2027.

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BYU returns from its bye week with bad news at a key position. KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper opens Tuesday's show with the injury to starting right tackle Andrew Gentry. The Michigan transfer, a co-captain and two-year starter, got hurt in the first quarter of the 41-23 win at Colorado State. At first, he thought it was a mild ankle sprain. It turned out to be worse. BYU left him off the depth chart for Saturday's trip to TCU, and in a message on Instagram, Gentry said the injury was "a little more significant" than he expected. 

Who is next for BYU at right tackle? The top contenders look to be Siosiua Latu-Finau and Bott Mulitalo.

In the second segment, Mitch brings back J.D. Andress of TCU on SI. The two last talked during BYU's spring tour in May, and this time they break down the Horned Frogs ahead of Saturday's game at Amon G. Carter Stadium (5 p.m. MT, ESPN & KSL NewsRadio). TCU is 2-2 and 0-1 in the Big 12.

Mitch closes the show with an update on former BYU basketball players reporting to NBA Training Camps. AJ Dybantsa is preparing for his rookie season, Egor Demin gears up for year two in Brooklyn, Richie Saunders update in Memphis, and Keba Keita with the Indiana Pacers.

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BYU football players Cade Uluave (LB), Bruce Mitchell (IOL), and Kyler Kasper (WR) spoke with the media via Zoom on September 28, 2026, to preview BYU's upcoming matchup against TCU on Saturday, October 3, 2026.

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BYU football head coach Kalani Sitake spoke with the media on Zoom on September 28, 2026, to preview No. 10 BYU's matchup at TCU.

Kickoff is set for 5 p.m. (MDT) on Saturday on ESPN and KSL NewsRadio.

BYU enters the game with a 3-0 record and 1-0 mark in Big 12 play.

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BYU football moved down in the latest AP Top 25 poll after not playing a game. Is it a big deal? KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper broke it down and always weighed in on one national pundit who feels head-to-head doesn't matter.

He also gives his Big 12 Power Rankings for BYU football coming out of the bye week.

Then, as always on a Monday, the Cougar Stock Exchange looks at what's trending up and trending down in the world of BYU Sports.

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KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper breaks down the remaining nine games on BYU's 2026 football schedule from easiest to toughest. Every game is discussed, from the upcoming TCU matchup, a home game against Notre Dame, a trip to Utah, and a regular-season finale against Cincinnati.

Also, in this episode, Mitch discusses Robert Griffin III clarifying his commentary about dinners at the Bachmeier household during the BYU-Arizona TV broadcast. Then, finally, new data is coming for the College Football Playoff. It's further evidence that BYU shouldn't be worried about blowing teams out. Just win.

It's hard to believe, but National Signing Day for College Basketball is coming up on November 11 and runs through November 18. The latest on key prospects for BYU basketball in the class of 2027.

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BYU football bye week continues. The Cougars' offensive coordinator, Aaron Roderick, caught up with the KSL Sports Zone to share updates and thoughts on the offense so far, including commentary on BYU starting quarterback Bear Bachmeier.

KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper shared his takeaways from those soundbites. Also, week four Big 12 football picks, and finally, former BYU star running back Jamaal Williams shared his thoughts on the 2026 team on his podcast. 

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No. 9 BYU is 3-0 and sitting in the top 10 of both major polls for the fifth time in seven seasons. KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper uses the bye week to step back from the game-to-game grind and deliver a big-picture episode — what he's learned about this team through three games.

Mitch opens with his observations from a quarter of the way through the most anticipated season in BYU football history. The Cougars have outscored opponents 132-47 across wins over Utah Tech (63-7), Arizona (28-17), and Colorado State (41-23). They're averaging 44.0 points and 514 total yards per game. But the stats only tell part of the story. Mitch identifies four things he's learned that the numbers alone don't capture.

In the second segment, Mitch explores a question that the Big 12's global expansion has put squarely on the table: Could BYU play an international game in the future? The 2026 Big 12 schedule featured two games on European soil — TCU versus North Carolina in the Aer Lingus College Football Classic in Dublin, Ireland on August 29, and the inaugural Union Jack Classic between Arizona State and Kansas at Wembley Stadium in London on September 19. Commissioner Brett Yormark has made no secret of his desire to grow the Big 12's international footprint, and the league's 2026 schedule release emphasized the conference's "global expansion" as a marquee initiative. Mitch makes the case for why BYU would be a natural fit for an international showcase.

Then, finally, we're closing in on a potential vote in the U.S. Senate for the Protect College Sports Act. Would this be a good thing for BYU athletics?

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No. 9 BYU football enjoys a bye week this week before facing the TCU Horned Frogs on October 3 in Fort Worth.

KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper discussed potential positions to watch during the bye week for the Cougars.

This will be BYU's only bye this season, before battling through nine straight games.

BYU basketball season is off and running as official practices are underway. Mitch shares his initial thoughts on year three of the Kevin Young era tipping off.

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